Description
This Coconut Lime Chicken with Rice recipe is a delightful combination of creamy coconut, zesty lime, and tender chicken served over fragrant rice. It’s a perfect blend of flavors that will transport you to a tropical paradise with every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat)
- juice and zest of 2 limes
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- salt and black pepper to taste
For the Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together coconut milk, lime juice and zest, garlic, soy sauce, honey, ginger, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Rice: Prepare the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Sear the marinated chicken in olive oil until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Simmer the reserved marinade in the skillet until slightly thickened. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Serve: Serve the chicken over rice, spooning extra sauce on top. Garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes or a chopped chili to the marinade.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a side of mango salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with rice
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
